into English Chiba has many attractions that you can enjoy.In particular, it has a scenic and varied coastline. This includes the Inubosaki headland which is often compared to the coastline of Dover in England, the sandy surfing beach at Kujuhkuri, the swimming beaches at Ubara and Moriya, and the flower-strewn coastline at Tateyama where the flowers bloom even in early winter. Plus, there’s lots of delicious seafood! Chiba is also famous for its fertile farmland, on which all kinds of vegetables are grown. It is said to be the only self-sufficient prefecture in the whole of Japan. If you like concerts or art-exhibitions, you will Chiba a very convenient place to stay. It’s right next to Tokyo. So all the sights and sounds of that wonderful city are within easy reach. (Ms. Sakae S. Chiba-city)